Misconduct Discovered Post-Dismissal: Can It Affect Redeployment Decisions?
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) recently adjudicated an unfair dismissal case involving a worker in the addiction treatment sector. This worker, who was made redundant, argued that her dismissal was unjust. The case brought to light several critical issues, including redundancy processes, redeployment obligations, and employee misconduct discovered during the redundancy period. It underscores the importance for employers to adhere to proper procedures during restructuring and for employees to maintain their obligations until their final day of work.
